Rock star reveals tough decision to pull out of ALL shows for the rest of the year
The Manchester based group are due to celebrate 15 years of their debut album this summer.
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Hurts have a run of shows this summer, including a major date at the O2 Academy Brixton in London on May 22.
But, Hurts' Adam Anderson will not be appearing at the duo's upcoming 'Happiness' anniversary shows so that he can focus on his mental health and wellbeing.
In an Instagram post Anderson explained: 'As many of you know I've been struggling with my mental health for years now.
'Sadly, due to my ongoing recovery, I have taken the very difficult decision to sit out all forthcoming HURTS shows this year and focus solely on my well-being.
'It hasn't been an easy decision but it's the right thing for me to do at this time.
'I want to express my love and gratitude to Theo for his understanding and supporting me in making this decision.
"All shows will go ahead as planned with Theo taking centre stage and I couldn't be happier that they're taking place.'
Anderson then apologised to fans and said: 'You've supported me as an individual and the band for so many years and I have never taken it for granted.
"I don't want anyone to worry about me. I am doing my best to recover with a good support system around me and I look forward to getting better.'
His fans were quick to respond with support and one said: "Adam, take care of yourself! We love you very much and wish you a speedy recovery!!! We are waiting for you!"
Hurts perform Sunday
Another added: "Thank you for your honest words and you don't need to apologize, your health is the most important thing.
"We will celebrate and support Theo and the band at the concerts celebrating the anniversary of your wonderful album. And we will meet again."
A third added: "Thank you so much for your honesty, Adam! Your music has helped me and many others through some dark times and I think many of us can at least grasp what it is like to struggle with mental health.
"It's even more important now that you know that you did not disappoint us.
Help for mental health
If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support.
The following are free to contact and confidential:
Samaritans, www.samaritans.org, 116 123
CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858
Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) www.papyrus-uk.org, 0800 068 41 41
Shout (for support of all mental health) www.giveusashout.org/get-help/, text 85258 to start a conversation
Mind, www.mind.org, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary).
YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too.
Rethink Mental Illness, www.rethink.org, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate).
Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales.
"We all want you to get better and are looking forward to seeing you again on the stage sometime in the future when you feel ready. Take care, Adam! x."
Theo Hutchcraft responded with his own Instagram post and said: 'I completely understand and respect his decision to step back from the live performances for health reasons'.
'Adam and I have built this band together and he's given everything to it over the last 15 years,
'We're lifelong friend and partners. I'll be taking to the stage alongside the incredible Hurts band, who have been with us from the beginning.
"We'll be sure to bring the vision to life and make it a summer to remember. Whether you're in the front row or watching from afar. Love you mate x'.
Hurts are an English musical duo and have released five studio albums: Happiness (2010), Exile (2013), Surrender (2015), Desire (2017) and Faith (2020).
Their first two albums both reached the top 10 in several countries.
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